I tired to set it up but it won't work...I don't want to return it but I feel like I might have to. Why didn't it come with instructions step by step
24607
Its from china and the instructions are bad. You need to read the other comments on here on how to set it up. Also you might go to the Foscam website and read the instructions.
24608
There are a number of comments in the reviews about the lack of documentation, no argument there. If you read the reviews, there are a couple (including mine) that give pretty good detailed instructions. I found additional information doing a quick web search. Basically you need to connect to it with an ethernet cable, then configure the wireless settings, unplug the cable, reboot the camera and it should connect to your wireless network. If you provide more details about your issue I can provide a more detailed answer.
24609
They are not easy to set up. I had many problems myself. I was able to find some help on youtube. Good luck
24610
Before the setup, you must have two things. 1. A working wireless network you you must know the SSID and Password. 2. A CAT 5 or 6 cable to attach the camera to your network. The camera is set up on a wired network, and then is used on the wireless network. It CANNOT be setup in the wireless net. The minimal instructions should give you the IP address of the camera, which you put in as a URL to then setup.
885178
We encountered the same problem...the device arrived without instructions and we couldn't get it to work so we sent the dang thing back for a refund.
2119974
There's lots of instructions online. Do a search. I could never get it to work and I don't fancy myself to be a moron.
1708409
I found the instructions online just google it and you should be able to find it. I wish I had the link but I did not save it.
1436938
Just plug it in and it takes cares of itself........I don't know why it doesn't come with instructions........probably because you don't need them. Wendy
1824155
I have the same problem, I lost my instructions. I'm wondering if maybe I can look it up on line and it will give me them. I'm sorry I couldn't be more help.
1361019
I could not figure it out either and the instructions are useless. I am going to return mine and get something that will work.
1108216
I'm awfully sorry, but I gave this to a family member, so I don't have it to check. I would suggest going on line to see if you can find a download of the instructions
1200486
I did not get any instructions either. It would be helpful if the seller provided instructions with it.
1570970
I sent it back because I could not get it to work. So, I don't have it any more and don't know.
2257619
Mine didn't have instructions either. I can't figure out anything. I think I need to find a 10yo kid to work it. What a waste.
1242476
Mine also arrived without directions, never figured how it works. Meant to return it but still use it as a paperweight. I would love to hear how/if it works.
2093025
It had no instructions, and I never could get it to work anywhere, sorry. Caron-Jesyp, Ga
1397144
Im sure it's a great product but I returned mine. I never made it past figuring out how to work it. Sorry.
1332355
It should have instructions so contact Amazon.com or the seller. It's probably easier for everyone if they can ship just the instructions versus returning the product and reshipping it. It may be possible to email the instructions to you, as well.
2094601
I have not been able to set it up yet...the instrtions were very hard to follow.
164356
Sorry, I couldn't get it to work either. Technically, I lack the insight to know why, just consider it the wrong black box I bought with no returns from Amazon direct on this item.